Garlic Butter Shrimp with Toasted Sourdough Recipe

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Total Time 18 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 190  C
Servings: 2
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

This Garlic Butter Shrimp with Toasted Sourdough is a quick yet elegant dish featuring plump, juicy shrimp sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce, finished with a hint of lemon and fresh parsley. Served over crispy, golden-brown sourdough slices, it’s perfect for a light dinner, date night, or weekend brunch. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe combines seafood freshness with comforting, buttery indulgence.

Ingredients
    For the Garlic Butter Shrimp
  • 300 g raw large shrimp (peeled and deveined) tails on optional
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • 0.5 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (plus extra wedges for serving)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • For the Toasted Sourdough
  • 4 slices sourdough bread (about 1.5 cm thick)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or softened butter
  • 1 small garlic clove (peeled, for rubbing on bread after toasting)
Instructions
    Prepare the Shrimp
  1. 1
    Pat shrimp dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture—this ensures they sear instead of steaming. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and paprika.
    2. Toast the Sourdough
  2. 2
    Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Brush each sourdough slice with olive oil or butter on both sides. Toast for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Rub each slice lightly with the garlic clove for extra flavor. Keep warm.
    3. Cook the Garlic Butter Shrimp
  3. 3
    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer (avoid overcrowding) and cook for 1–1.5 minutes per side until pink and slightly curled. Remove shrimp and set aside.
    4. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
  4. 4
    Reduce heat to medium. In the same pan, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 20–30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Stir in cold butter cubes, letting them melt gradually to create a creamy sauce.
    5. Finish the Dish
  5. 5
    Return shrimp to the skillet and toss in the garlic butter sauce. Add lemon juice and parsley, then cook for another 30 seconds to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
    6. Serve
  6. 6
    Place toasted sourdough slices on plates. Spoon the garlic butter shrimp generously over each slice, making sure to drizzle extra sauce. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately.
Note
  • Butter Temperature Tip: Adding cold butter cubes helps emulsify the sauce, giving it a rich, velvety texture.
  • Bread Alternatives: Ciabatta or French baguette can be used if sourdough is unavailable.
  • Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftover shrimp (without bread) in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet.
  • Make it Creamy: Add 2 tbsp heavy cream to the sauce for a richer flavor.
Keywords: garlic butter shrimp, easy shrimp recipe, toasted sourdough, seafood appetizer, quick dinner
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